About this childminding agency
Childminder agency (gastouderbureau) De Speelgarage in Heemskerk offers small-scale childminder care (gastouderopvang) for parents seeking a homely atmosphere for their child. As a placement agency, we help you find a suitable childminder (gastouder) who matches your needs. Our agency is registered in the National Childcare Register under number 110615165, which means you are entitled to childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag).
We work with qualified childminders who meet all government requirements, including first aid certificates and Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) declarations. De Speelgarage continuously supports childminders with risk assessments, evaluation meetings, and refresher training to ensure quality of care. We facilitate placements with attention to personal matching and safety.
Our service area covers Heemskerk and surrounding towns in the region. With 35 childminders, 200 requesting parents, and 230 children, we offer a reliable network of small-scale care where personal attention and trust are paramount.
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For parents
Childminder agency De Speelgarage offers small-scale, homely childcare for your child. We match parents with qualified childminders (gastouders) who meet all legal requirements. Our childminders create a safe, loving environment where children receive personal attention and can develop at their own pace.
You have influence over the daily routine and can discuss with the childminder how to align with the rhythm used at home. Children play with peers and children of different ages, which promotes social development. We find a childminder who suits your wishes and situation.
Subsidy & costs
Childminder care at De Speelgarage falls under registered childcare, which means you are entitled to childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag). The amount of the benefit depends on your personal circumstances. We advise you to make a trial calculation via the Tax Authority to get an indication of your benefit. Our agency is registered under LRK number 110615165, which is required for your benefit application.
De Speelgarage's agency fee is €0.75 per hour per child, with a maximum amount of €90.00 per month per family. The hourly rate for the childminder depends on your mutual agreements, with an advisory rate for 2026 of €7.74 per hour per child. Depending on your personal situation, you may be entitled to childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag) to have part of the costs reimbursed.
Trust & screening
All childminders at De Speelgarage undergo careful screening. They must at minimum hold an MBO 2 diploma in care and welfare assistance, a valid first aid diploma for children, and a Certificate of Conduct (VOG). In addition, their childcare location is inspected and approved by the GGD. We conduct annual evaluation meetings and risk assessments to guarantee quality.
De Speelgarage meets all legal requirements for childminder agencies. We are registered in the National Childcare Register (Landelijk Register Kinderopvang, number 110615165) and are inspected by the Municipal Health Service (GGD). All childminders are qualified, hold first aid certificates and Certificate of Conduct (VOG) declarations, and their childcare locations are approved by the GGD.
We carry out annual risk assessments according to the MO-group method and hold evaluation meetings with childminders. Our agency has an approved policy plan and works according to established protocols for safety, health and pedagogical quality.
Next steps
The matching process at De Speelgarage follows a number of steps:
- Contact us by phone or email for an initial introduction
- We collect your details and wishes for childcare
- Introduction with one or more childminders who suit your situation
- You choose the childminder you feel most comfortable with
Highlights
- National Childcare Register (LRK) registered
- Municipal Health Service (GGD) inspected
- Personal matching
- Small-scale childcare
- Homely atmosphere
- Flexible hours
- Childcare benefit (kinderopvangtoeslag) eligible
Support services
- Risk assessment
- Evaluation meetings
- Further training
- Pedagogical work plan
- Digital file
- Annual statement
Service area cities
Linked childminders
GGD Inspection
Violations
Inspection date: November 11, 2025
Strengths
- Complete and clearly written pedagogical policy with concrete practical examples
- Monthly visits to host parents (gastouders), well above the statutory minimum of two per year
- Extensive training offer for host parents, including first aid, reporting code, and baby training
- Active promotion of knowledge and use of the child abuse reporting code through an app, meetings, and case studies
- Host parents from the region recruited for more intensive guidance and support
Violations
- One affiliated host parent lacked a smoke detector on the upper floor (safety and health)
Summary
The Municipal Health Service (GGD) Kennemerland conducted an annual inspection on 11 November 2025 at childminder agency (gastouderbureau) De Speelgarage in Heemskerk. The agency mediates between 31 host parents (gastouders), 171 client parents, and 186 children. All assessed quality requirements in the areas of pedagogical policy, staff, and safety and health meet statutory standards. One violation was identified at an affiliated host parent: the absence of a smoke detector on the upper floor. This violation was resolved following a recovery offer. The agency provides extensive guidance, including monthly visits to host parents and various training opportunities. The advice to the municipality is: no enforcement action.
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